Georgia: 0
Georgia Tech: 12

The Georgia Bulldogs came into the annual rivalry game with a 9-0 record, the nation’s #1 rushing attack, and a #1 national ranking. Having defeated their previous opponents by an astonishing total score of 248-26, they were a heavy favorite over the Golden Tornado of Georgia Tech.

Georgia Tech came into the game with a 7-1-1 record, having lost heavily at Notre Dame and tied at Vanderbilt.

The game was played in front of a record attendance of 37,000 fans. Assisted by rainy conditions and an astounding 6 turnovers by the Bulldogs, Tech went on to win the game 12-0, gaining a share of the Southern Conference championship, and dashing Georgia’s hopes to receive a Rose Bowl invitation.

Notable plays for Tech include a 42 yard touchdown pass in the 2nd quarter and a 58 yard interception return that set up an 8 yard touchdown run in the 3rd quarter. Tech had 2 turnovers, was out gained 189 to 129 in total yardage, and had just 4 first downs to Georgia’s 10 for the game. Georgia threw for just 45 yards and 4 interceptions.

Reference: http://www.tiptop25.com/champ1927.html